JOB GRADE KDC 2
Job Purpose
The Director Investments will be responsible for
creating viable and sustainable projects in the identified sectors that will
enhance Development in the economy and achieve corporate objectives.
The Director will develop policies, formulate and
implement functional strategies for effective performance of the Directorate.
Job Specification
Duties and responsibilities
- Conceptualizing, designing, testing and launching innovative
products through a comprehensive marketing and brand awareness strategy;
- Interpreting proactively the Corporation’s business strategy,
identify partners and market opportunities;
- Identifying opportunities for investment in the Commercial
& Industrial Development related projects;
- Formulating, implementing and evaluating portfolio management
strategies for effective investments management;
- Networking with Government, local and global business
partners and stakeholders to create strategic partnerships;
- Providing fee-based management advisory services;
- Generating Directorate reports to Management and the Board and
implement the resolutions;
- Providing leadership in the day-to-day management of the
Directorate.
Person Specification
For a candidate to be appointed to this position,
they must have;
- At least twelve (12) years relevant work experience eight (8)
of which must have been in a senior management position;
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines;
Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Social Sciences or
any other relevant field of study from a recognized institution;
- Master’s degree in a relevant field of study from a recognized
institution.
- Certified qualification in any of the following; Certified
Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified
- Investment and Financial Analyst (CIFA), Public Accountant
(CPA (K) or Certified
- Chartered Accountants (ACCA (UK) or Certified Investment
Management Analyst (CIMA) or its equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
- Member of a relevant professional body;
- Leadership course will be added advantage;
- Leadership experience in coordinating large business units;
- Specialist knowledge and diverse experience in the Tourism
sector;
- Possess financial modelling skills;
- Excellent negotiation, and communication skills;
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate at all levels of the
organization
- Team development, strong leadership and managerial skills;
- Meets the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution
of Kenya.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified persons to apply online
through the KDC website www.kdc.go.ke under the careers
section. The applications should be received by 16th April 2024.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Kenya
Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to
implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair
competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and
affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all
ethnic groups and persons living with disabilities.